Step 3: Neutralize. Create a thick paste out of baking soda and water. Apply to the spill to absorb it. Wait 1 or 2 minutes. Wipe up the mixture with paper towel and immediately put the soiled paper towel in the plastic bag. Apply another layer of the baking soda paste.
Causes of Bare Spots in the Lawn. Bare spots in your lawn can be the result of heavy foot traffic (causing soil compaction), drought, disease, chemical burn and weed or insect infestation. Before beginning repairs, you need to determine the source of your problem.
Brown spots, also called liver spots or age spots, are caused by sun exposure. They occur most often on the face, the backs of the hands, and other areas often exposed to sun. They are sometimes tan-colored rather than brown and are medically known as lentigines. Melasma is another type of brown spot. Melasma is caused by sun exposure and is more common in women who are pregnant or on oral contraceptives. These types of brown spots are harmless. In rare cases, brown spots are caused by certain hereditary illnesses.